- 66% of church members expect a minister and family to live at a higher moral standard than themselves.

- 53% of pastors report that the seminary did not prepare them for the ministry.

- 90% of pastors report the ministry was completely different than what they thought it would be like before they entered the ministry.

As you can imagine, pastors and their families endure a lot of stress and pressure. That's why every year in October, we encourage churches to celebrate Pastor Appreciation Month. It's a chance for congregations to honor their pastors and their families for their hard work, commitment and sacrificial dedication.